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Sacred Hearts Academy  |   Honolulu, Hawaii

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Sacred Hearts Academy  |   Honolulu, Hawaii

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Sacred Hearts Academy senior Mahealani Sims-Tulba wrote a book titled, “It’s Okay to Be Different” and was awarded one of the top youth volunteers of the year. Photo by Rochell Ann Agapay.

Academy senior named top youth volunteer of the year

Rebecca Meyer, Features Editor, Reporter
March 8, 2018

Sacred Hearts Academy senior Mahealani Sims-Tulba was recently named one of Hawaii’s top youth volunteer by the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards...

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Some popular dishes in a Chinese New Year dinner include rice cakes, turnip cakes, dumplings and various seafood dishes. Photo courtesy of Weijiang.

Celebrating the start of a brand new year

Rebecca Meyer and Lucinda Hu
March 8, 2018

The Lunar New Year is a traditional Chinese holiday not only celebrated in China but around the world. Every year, the celebration begins around early...

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Local entrepreneur Shelley Cramer has been working to create opportunities for girls to blossom into strong leaders. With an extensive resume working at high-profile companies and, most recently, at Saks Fifth Avenue (pictured here), Cramer founded a mentorship program at Sacred Hearts Academy called Girls Got Grit. The program allows students to work with prominent women leaders, as well as intern with various companies. Photo by Jenelle Ho.

Inspiring grit in girls

Shelby Mattos and Noe Nekotani
March 3, 2018

The brisk clicks of high heels echo throughout the halls of Sacred Hearts Academy, as local entrepreneur Shelley Cramer confidently strides toward the...

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Sophomores Amanda Giang and Kaila Kawamura-Jeremiah, along with Junior Tia Sagapolu, drops by one of the event’s informational booths to learn more facts about human trafficking. All photos by Noe Nekotani.

Hearts out for human trafficking

Noe Nekotani, Opinions Editor, Reporter
February 12, 2018

Last month, the Blue Heart Bonanza kicked off Catholic Schools Week. It was hosted by this year’s The Living in Faith Experience (LIFE) Team and...

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A large group of families and friends participate in the Great Aloha Run each year. 
Photo courtesy of Official United States Air Force.

Preparing for the Great Aloha Run

Martha Nicholas, Media Editor, Reporter
February 6, 2018

The registration for this year’s Great Aloha Run has officially closed, and many are looking forward to the 8-mile marathon. Here are some tips to help...

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The Honolulu Coffee menu, as well as some oatmeal selections. All photos by Lucinda Hu

FOODIE FRIDAY: Honolulu Coffee

Rebecca Meyer and Lucinda Hu
February 6, 2018

Coffee is often described to be one of the best drinks in the world and, depending on your mood, can accompany any meal. Honolulu Coffee, a coffee...

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Ka Leo takes to the radio

Ka Leo takes to the radio

Noe Nekotani, Opinions Editor, Reporter
February 4, 2018

Last week, journalism students from Sacred Hearts Academy visited the Ohana Broadcast Company,  which is home to Oahu radio stations such as, 102.7...

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Teenagers today have become accustomed to seeing morbid humor, like this, on social media. While some brush it off as a joke, others believe this kind of humor should be put to an end. Photo by Shelby Mattos.

Casually self-depreciative

Shelby Mattos, News Editor, Reporter
January 7, 2018

 Oftentimes, in my classes, it’s not uncommon to hear self-deprecating comments casually tossed around by students. “Just kill me now” or “Somebody...

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Snowman candles holders are a festive way to light up your home. Photo courtesy of Pinterest.

Get crafty with Christmas DIY decorations

Rebecca Meyer and Lucinda Hu
December 20, 2017

Christmas is an opportunity to get festive with decorations, gifts and goodies. For those with a crafty hand or looking to go beyond store-bought decor,...

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Academy students give the gift of hope to homeless women in their community. Photo courtesy of Public Domains Pictures.

A Boxful of Hope

Noe Nekotani, Opinions Editor, Reporter
December 19, 2017

This year, Sacred Hearts Academy’s Interact Club is gearing up for the holidays by giving back to the community through gifts donated to homeless women....

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Instead of red, South Koreas Santa Claus is dressed in blue. Photo courtesy of Pexels.

Universal Christmas

Martha Nicholas, Media Editor, Reporter
December 19, 2017

Christmas is said to be one of the most universal holidays in the world. In America, the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree with presents under...

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Treehouse is stacked and filled to the brim with a range of indie, punk rock and smooth jazz. They also sell film and cameras from the modern and classical eras.

Treehouse brings photography into focus

Jasmine Matsumoto, Reporter
December 6, 2017

Punk rock music being played on a record player can be heard by those walking down Auahi Street in Kakaako. That’s because it’s coming from a photography...

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A nature-themed gift sure to bring a smile to any plant-loving friend. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.

A new take on holiday gifts

Taylor McKenzie, Webmaster, Reporter
December 6, 2017

Now that Halloween and Thanksgiving have passed, it’s time to look forward to, arguably, the biggest holiday of the year: Christmas. Make this year special...

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The “Aloha Crepe,” which is said to be the most famous crepe in the restaurant.

Aloha Crepes Kaimuki

Rebecca Meyer and Lucinda Hu
December 5, 2017

On the lookout to satisfy that sweet tooth? Aloha Crepes Kaimuki provides a wide variety of sweets for any dessert lovers. Only a walking distance...

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Succulents getting prepped for the upcoming sale. Photos by Noe Nekotani.

Plants for Polio

Noe Nekotani, Opinions Editor, Reporter
December 5, 2017

The Sacred Hearts Academy Interact Club hosted its first-ever succulent plant sale to benefit the Diamond Head and Kaimuki Rotary Clubs. The sale took...

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